September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$505
Price / day
$168
Carnival Victory|Carnival Glory
Carnival Victory vs Carnival Glory
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Glory
Built in 2003
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Glory
36.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Victory vs Carnival Glory: Quick Comparison
Carnival Glory is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2003, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Victory, which entered service in 2000. Carnival Glory is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 110,000 GT. Carnival Glory also carries 216 more passengers. Carnival Glory has upcoming sailings in Bahamas. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Carnival Victory | Carnival Glory |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2000 | 2003Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 101,509 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,764 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.7 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 272.82 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Victory vs Carnival Glory
Age
Carnival Glory was built in 2003, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Victory, which was built in 2000.
Size
At 110,000 GT, Carnival Glory is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Victory at 101,509 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Glory carries up to 2,980 passengers compared with 2,764 aboard Carnival Victory, a difference of 216 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Glory offers more space per passenger: 36.9 GT per guest, compared with 36.7 aboard Carnival Victory. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Victory and Carnival Glory (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Glory
3-Day The Bahamas from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Victory
Carnival Glory
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$292
Price / day
$73
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Victory
Average
$0 / day
VS
Carnival Glory
Average
$121 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Victory if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Glory.
Choose Carnival Glory if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
Carnival Victory vs Carnival Glory: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Glory
Built in 2003
3 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Glory
110,000 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Glory is 3 years newer.
- Carnival Glory is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Glory carries 216 more passengers.
- Carnival Glory offers more space per passenger (36.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Victory or Carnival Glory?
Carnival Glory is newer. It was built in 2003, while Carnival Victory was built in 2000, making Carnival Glory 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Victory or Carnival Glory?
Carnival Glory is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 110,000 GT compared with Carnival Victory at 101,509 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Glory has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,980, compared with 2,764 for Carnival Victory.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Victory or Carnival Glory?
Carnival Glory has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.9 GT per passenger, versus 36.7 for Carnival Victory. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Glory sail?
The upcoming Carnival Glory sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Port Canaveral.
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